Business Details
38 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Veterinary Care in Salt Lake City
Central Valley Veterinary Hospital has been serving the Salt Lake City community since 1988, providing comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats. Our AAHA-accredited facility is staffed by experienced veterinarians and support professionals committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality medical and surgical services. We specialize in preventive care through our PAW Plans, which help manage wellness needs across all life stages while mitigating unexpected costs. Our services include dentistry, vaccinations, diagnostic imaging, soft tissue surgery, and end-of-life care, supported by state-of-the-art equipment and rigorous continuing education standards.As a federally accredited practice, we also offer domestic and international travel certificate services for pets. The hospital maintains strict adherence to AAHA's rigorous standards for modern veterinary medicine, ensuring clients receive accurate information to make informed decisions about their pets' health. With same-day appointment availability and a focus on client education, we strive to be a trusted partner in pet healthcare for Holladay, Cottonwood Heights, Murray, and surrounding areas.
Services
General Wellness
Dentistry
Vaccinations
Microchipping
Diagnostic Services
Surgery Services
Travel Certificates
End of Life Care
Laser Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer same-day and next-day appointments for urgent pet care needs
- Our hospital maintains AAHA accreditation for superior veterinary standards
- PAW Plans provide cost-effective preventive care across all pet life stages
- Federally accredited for domestic and international pet travel certifications
- Experienced team specializes in soft tissue surgery and advanced diagnostics
Associations and certifications
- American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)
What people say
Compassionate staff
Professional veterinarians
Comprehensive care options
Well-maintained facility
Effective treatment plans
Services
General Wellness
Our PAW Plans deliver structured preventive care for pets at every life stage, combining routine exams, vaccinations, and diagnostic screenings to maintain optimal health while managing costs through predictable annual budgets.
Dentistry
We provide comprehensive dental care including annual exams, professional cleanings, and radiography to prevent and treat oral diseases that can impact pets' overall health and longevity.
Diagnostic Services
Advanced diagnostic capabilities include radiography, ultrasounds, EKGs, and laboratory testing to quickly identify illnesses, injuries, and chronic conditions for timely, accurate treatment planning.
Surgery Services
Our surgical suite handles non-orthopedic procedures ranging from spays/neuters to complex internal surgeries, supported by pre-anesthetic testing and post-operative care protocols.
Travel Certificates
As federally accredited veterinarians, we prepare official health certificates required for domestic and international travel, ensuring compliance with destination-specific animal health regulations.
People
Dr. Richard Pratt
Managing DVM
Dr. Pratt leads our veterinary team with decades of experience in companion animal care, focusing on preventive medicine and complex internal medicine cases while maintaining AAHA accreditation standards.
Dr. Rebecca Conway
Managing DVM
Dr. Conway specializes in wellness planning and geriatric pet care, developing our PAW Plans to help clients budget for preventive care while emphasizing client education about pet health needs.
Dr. Laura McLain
Working Dog Practitioner
Dr. McLain focuses on performance animal medicine, providing specialized care for working dogs including mobility maintenance programs and injury rehabilitation services.
Brittany
Hospital Manager
Brittany oversees daily operations, ensuring efficient service delivery while maintaining the hospital's commitment to compassionate care and adherence to strict veterinary practice standards.
Megan
Senior Technician
With over 15 years of experience, Megan supervises our veterinary technicians, assisting in complex procedures and ensuring proper patient care protocols during surgeries and diagnostic testing.
Questions
What services does Central Valley Veterinary Hospital offer?
We provide wellness exams, dentistry, vaccinations, diagnostics, soft tissue surgery, travel certificates, end-of-life care, and laser therapy for dogs and cats.
Is the hospital AAHA accredited?
Yes, we maintain accreditation from the American Animal Hospital Association, ensuring adherence to rigorous veterinary care standards.
Do you offer preventive care plans?
Our PAW Plans help manage preventive care costs through annual wellness programs tailored to different life stages.
Can you provide pet travel certifications?
As a federally accredited practice, we issue both domestic and international health certificates for pet travel.
Are emergency services available?
We offer emergency care with same-day and next-day appointment availability based on urgency and scheduling.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Salt Lake City, Holladay, Cottonwood Heights, Murray, and surrounding communities in northern Utah.
